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Mankato MortuaryJoan Phillips Obituary
Joan Mary Phillips, age 85, currently of Golden Valley and formerly from Mankato, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Mass will be held at 11am, Saturday, March 7, 2026 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Mankato with visitation one hour prior. Burial will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.
Complete obituary is pending.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
7
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
632 S Broad St, Mankato, MN 56001
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
7
Service
11:00 a.m.
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
632 S Broad St, Mankato, MN 56001
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Mankato Mortuary